Pamela Love Spring 2012 Collection: A Love for North Africa
Photos: Fashionologie Pamela Love‘s costume jewels have always had an exotic, dug-from-the-ground or plundered-from-the-sea feel. But they’ve never necessarily evoked a place. They’ve always fit right into the downtown girl’s urban landscape. No more! For her Spring 2012 collection, Pamela was inspired by Morocco. She actually couldn’t stop daydreaming about the far-off place, and it … Continue reading “Pamela Love Spring 2012 Collection: A Love for North Africa”
Philippe Audibert Cuffs: Cuff Me Up
I love a good cuff as much as the next snob – give me a studded Hermès cuff any day of the week! – but sometimes you don’t want the constriction and rigidity of a big band of leather or metal around your wrist. Parisian designer Philippe Audibert‘s collection cuffs boasts all the strong effect … Continue reading “Philippe Audibert Cuffs: Cuff Me Up”
Kara by Kara Ross Lizard Shirt-Cuff Bangle: Cufflinks Seem So Passé
Of course! It’s so obvious. The concept of a cuff in jewelry is based on shirt-cuffs, so why shouldn’t ours come with their own bejeweled cufflinks? Kara by Kara Ross‘ chunky bangle is a brilliantly discrete play on the menswear trend, no clunky oxfords required. No, this is a shirt-cuff I can get used to … Continue reading “Kara by Kara Ross Lizard Shirt-Cuff Bangle: Cufflinks Seem So Passé”
Paige Gamble Stingray Cuffs: I'm Feeling the Sting
Stingray is the new skin. The bubbly, crackly, caviar-like leather is popping up all over jewels and clutches. I swooned over Chanel‘s extremely rare stingray bag back in the winter – so rare it goes for $16,000, but had to give up on that dream! Which is why I’m now thrilled by Paige Gamble‘s super-stylish … Continue reading “Paige Gamble Stingray Cuffs: I'm Feeling the Sting”
Aurelie Bidermann Camden XL 18-karat gold-plated studded leather cuff: Lethal Leather
If Russell Crowe’s character in Gladiator had been a woman, she totally would have rocked this arm cuff. The Aurelie Bidermann Camden XL 18-karat gold-plated studded leather weapon of arm destruction is certainly a statement making piece. Obviously, the statement it makes is, “I wear weapons as accessories. Imagine what I’m packing elsewhere.” Or maybe … Continue reading “Aurelie Bidermann Camden XL 18-karat gold-plated studded leather cuff: Lethal Leather”
Tiffany & Co. Paloma’s Marrakesh Collection
Paloma once again dazzles us. Inspired by the intricate patterns found in Morocco, she gives us the Marrakesh collection – a bangle, ring, and dome pendant (among other lovelies) that exude mystery in their exotic patterns. Although highly intriguing in their mystique, they are still classic enough for everyday wear. Let’s start our Moroccan adventure … Continue reading “Tiffany & Co. Paloma’s Marrakesh Collection”